Photo: Kyle Johnson

Copine

Seattle, Washington

The design of Copine restaurant frames the open kitchen, offering guests a view into the artistry behind chef Shaun McCrain’s approach to contemporary American cuisine highlighted with classic French cooking techniques. Equal parts intimate and social, the space offers a scale of transparency throughout, allowing the food to take center stage.

Traditional and contemporary furniture elements are combined with reclaimed and adapted materials to create a refined, warm palette. Juxtaposed with new kitchen equipment, exposed systems and existing concrete, the space is a balance of old and new. Art walls, plants and reclaimed objects add a sense of personality and texture that ground the space in a human scale, and act as armatures for display.

My approach to this design was a direct response to the clients' approach to creating food, as well as their vision for the Copine dining experience. It was an unparalleled opportunity to learn more about their creative process and to observe how their craft drove the design. It became a deeply personal experience for me, and I continue to visit regularly as a friend and customer. Kirsten Ring Murray
FAIA, Design Principal

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